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Posts from August 2016

With a new football season (Go, Cowboys!) and another year of world-class concerts rolling into AT&T Stadium in Arlington, now is the perfect time to make sure that you’re hip to the latest and greatest about one of the top event venues on planet Earth. So without further ado, we offer these 11 tips to help you maximize each visit to Arlington’s
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By: KRISTI SCALES; Sideline Reporter, Dallas Cowboys Radio Network Hard to believe it’s already that time of year, but Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders’ auditions are close at hand. Known as “America’s Sweethearts,” the DCC are world famous and the audition process attracts contestants from literally around the globe. Last year there were hopefuls from
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The kids are back to school, but you can still catch the last wave of summer in Arlington. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor is 47 acres of water wonders that will entice you with 3 million gallons of splish splashy thrills. But you are short on time if you want to enjoy them all… the final day for 2016 is September 18. Imagine how relaxed you’ll be
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Live theater, free movie screenings, NFL football and more—no doubt about it, we’ve got lots of action for back-to-school Weekend Warriors and those who are still chasing fun in the summer sun. For those on the hunt for things to do this weekend in Arlington, these ten bright ideas will keep you busy from Friday morning ‘till time for bed on Sunday
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Sure, Six Flags Over Texas is a summer vacation icon for millions of Texans. But the party won’t stop when schoolhouses open in the fall! A Six Flags-themed outing in the autumn is guaranteed to chase away those back to school blues. See for yourself: One: Six Flags Over Texas is open daily until Aug 22, then open weekends throughout September.
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There’s still plenty of summer left, Weekend Warriors, and we’ve even got things to do in Arlington this weekend that happen in the air conditioning! If you’re in the market for a few bright ideas, check out these nine fun options: One: Texas Rangers Baseball The boys are back in town and hosting the Tigers at Globe Life Park – so come out and
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If you’re visiting Arlington, hosting guests in Arlington, or you just want to get to know more about the fabulous place you call home, a behind-the-scenes tour of Globe Life Park and/or AT&T Stadium is an absolute must! Here’s the lowdown: GLOBE LIFE PARK TOURS: About Globe Life Park : The current home for the mighty Texas Rangers opened in 1994,
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The last few years, I have become quite the health nut. The last year or so, I have reduced caffeine, and marginalized processed foods, sugar, white flour and caffeine. I am normally very happy with my lean, organic meats and vibrant veggies for lunch. However, my discipline immediately fails away each August when I hear three delicious words: DFW
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